When used inappropriately, alcohol and drugs and can result in persistent and permanent problems for the user, their employer, work colleagues and families, particularly when use is out of control. This is commonly referred to as substance abuse. This is where alcohol testing or drugs testing in the workplace can help.
Employers have a responsibility to monitor substance abuse in managing their duty of care under health and safety legislation.
Our experienced consultants are able to provide advice and guidance on the most appropriate form of testing, including training for line managers in spotting the signs of abuse, use of equipment, test frequency, chain of custody, false negatives and false positives, how to manage any positive cases and the likely outcome of any treatment.
We strongly suggest that all alcohol testing and drug testing in the workplace is supported by a current company policy on a 'For Cause' basis which also provides support via a therapeutic contract or similar.
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